Global EV Comparison: MG IM5 Standard Range vs Volkswagen ID.7 Pro
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) has a starting price of €45500, compared to the Volkswagen ID.7 Pro (2023-…), which starts at €54105.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Volkswagen ID.7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €45500 | €54105 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €44490 |
| GCC Score | 6.2 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.7 Pro (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...).
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Volkswagen ID.7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 489 km | 621 km |
| Range (GCC) | 416 km | 526 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 75 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 73.5 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.7 kWh/100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.66 km/kWh | 6.83 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 9.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.7 Pro (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) maxes out at 150 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Volkswagen ID.7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 6.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Although the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) has more power, the Volkswagen ID.7 Pro (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Volkswagen ID.7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 217 kW | 210 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 291 hp | 282 hp |
| Motor Torque | 450 Nm | 560 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 6.5 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the Volkswagen ID.7 Pro (2023-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Volkswagen ID.7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4931 mm | 4961 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2141 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 1862 mm |
| Height | 1474 mm | 1536 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2971 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.7 Pro (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...), but the Volkswagen ID.7 Pro (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Volkswagen ID.7 Pro (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Volkswagen ID.7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2180 kg | 2172 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 457 l | 532 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 1586 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 18 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.2 | 6 |